Deep Brain Stimulation in Kolkata
Electrodes implanted in specific brain areas deliver electrical impulses to reduce symptoms of movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease.
Go Surgery lists 33 Neurosurgery doctors in Kolkata, the speciality that performs deep brain stimulation, and 613 hospitals there for neurosurgery.
Doctors listed here consult in English, Hindi and Bengali.
The median listed consultation fee is ₹800.
- Duration
- Several hours
- Anaesthesia
- Local with sedation and/or general anaesthesia
- Hospital stay
- 2–4 days
Neurosurgery surgeons in Kolkata
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Deep Brain Stimulation in Kolkata
Thinking about Deep Brain Stimulation in Kolkata? It is a neurosurgery procedure that usually takes several hours under local with sedation and/or general anaesthesia, with a typical hospital stay of 2–4 days.
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It is usually considered for parkinson's disease with motor fluctuations, essential tremor and dystonia. Only a doctor can confirm whether it is right for you after examination. Go Surgery lists 33 neurosurgery surgeons at 613 hospitals across Kolkata, including Alipore, Dhakuria and Kankurgachi. Whether health insurance covers Deep Brain Stimulation depends on your policy and on why it is being done: insurers in India decide case by case, and waiting periods and sub-limits apply. Compare surgeons and request an appointment to discuss whether Deep Brain Stimulation is right for you.
When it's recommended
- Parkinson's disease with motor fluctuations
- Essential tremor
- Dystonia
What happens during the procedure
- Detailed planning imaging
- Electrodes placed through small skull openings
- Stimulator implanted under the collarbone
- Programming over following weeks
Recovery
Programming adjustments over weeks to months.
Typical hospital stay: 2–4 days
Risks & complications
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Hardware problems
- Speech or mood changes
Deep Brain Stimulation cost in Kolkata
Go Surgery doesn't publish prices for deep brain stimulation yet. Costs vary with the procedure, the hospital and the city, so ask for a written estimate that lists the surgeon's fee, hospital charges, anaesthesia, consumables and follow-up.
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Whether health insurance covers Deep Brain Stimulation depends on your policy and on why it is being done: insurers in India decide case by case, and waiting periods and sub-limits apply.
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Hospitals in Kolkata listed for Neurosurgery
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Deep Brain Stimulation in Kolkata: FAQs
How long does Deep Brain Stimulation take?
Several hours. The exact time depends on your case.
Will I need to stay in hospital?
Typical hospital stay: 2–4 days.
What anaesthesia is used?
Local with sedation and/or general anaesthesia. Your anaesthetist will confirm the plan for you.
How long is recovery after Deep Brain Stimulation?
Programming adjustments over weeks to months.
Who should I see for deep brain stimulation in Kolkata?
Deep Brain Stimulation is treated by neurosurgery doctors. Go Surgery lists 33 in Kolkata. Check the registration details on each profile and ask how often the doctor treats cases like yours.
Which hospitals in Kolkata are listed for neurosurgery?
Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Manipal Hospital and Techno India Dama Healthcare & Medical Centre are among the 613 hospitals listed for neurosurgery in Kolkata, according to our listings. Please confirm availability with the hospital before you request an appointment.
Which languages do neurosurgery doctors in Kolkata speak?
Doctors listed in Kolkata consult in English, Hindi and Bengali, according to their profiles.
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